Sun care FAQ: Our experts share the beauty tips to adopt

• When it comes to what is called "normal" sun exposure—that is, reasonable and measured exposure—the impacts are varied. You might observe slight dehydration of the skin, a slight thickening of the skin in reaction to exposure, and finally, the production of melanin, a protective pigment. Your body will also produce vitamin D, which helps strengthen bones. Therefore, measured and moderate sun exposure has positive effects on the skin, which is actually naturally "equipped" to react to this exposure.

• In the long term, excessive sun exposure will affect skin aging: the skin will show signs of aging more easily, particularly in areas where we have expression lines, and hyperpigmentation spots may also appear. Free radicals penetrate deep into the skin and destroy collagen, elastin, and supporting fibers. This is why the skin is more prone to sagging. It is possible to prevent these effects with suitable products, particularly those containing powerful antioxidants.

In cosmetics, we can support sun exposure through skincare by focusing on hydration and preventing the effects of skin aging. When exposed to the sun, it is necessary and recommended to use protective sunscreens containing SPF (Sun Protection Factor), which will prevent sunburn and limit the penetration of free radicals into the skin. It is therefore advisable to address these two aspects for a dual action and perfect complementarity.

At Laboté we do not sell sunscreen products but we can advise you based on your skin type, feel free to ask us via chat or book a video appointment.

No matter how old we are, 30 years old, more or less, the protection of the décolleté is considered in the same way because it is a very exposed area just like the forehead, the top of the cheekbones and the tip of the nose.

• When sun exposure is moderate and sensible, especially with the first rays of sunshine, sunscreen isn't always necessary. However, it's essential to keep your skin well-hydrated with appropriate skincare products.

• When sun exposure is more intense, such as during the summer months, it is necessary to use specific sun protection. Several SPF levels exist. At Laboté, we recommend two that are generally suitable for different skin types:
  - SPF 50 when you have fair skin, when your skin is not yet used to the sun, or when you have sensitive or even very sensitive skin.
  - SPF 30 when you already have dark skin, tan quickly and/or are already used to the sun.

In general, we always advise starting with the highest index in order to provide strong protection to your body while it gets used to the sun and produces melanin which will help it protect itself naturally.

When you have acne, the sun can be a false friend. In fact, when exposed to the sun, the skin thickens slightly, which can give the impression that the acne is disappearing because the skin is temporarily smoother.

It's important to prepare for the after-sun effect by regularly exfoliating your skin gently. At Laboté, we offer a gentle yet powerful exfoliating powder peel thanks to its active ingredients derived from Hibiscus Sabdariffa flowers. This treatment helps to reduce skin thickening and therefore the "camouflage" of imperfections. We recommend one to two peels per week, depending on your skin type, in the evening after sun exposure. Then, alternate this with a specific mask each week (hydrating, purifying, soothing, etc.).

In addition, it's necessary to use targeted treatments to effectively address blemishes. In this case, we recommend our Purifying Targeted Treatment , to be applied to blemishes in the evening until they disappear completely.